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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1911
Page
3
An horticultural note argues against elaborate carpet bedding with annuals. It favors simpler circular beds and borders using phlox astors salvia nasturtiums and zinnias, stressing harmony and color contrast. It advises hedges of scarlet salvia and white nicotiana with blue ageratum, and suggests using cuttings from older geraniums for borders.
The Michigan Farmer describes a handcrafted pruning hook built from a short-handled fork handle and two old files to prune raspberry canes. The tool includes a sharp inner edge for cutting and a spud for removing canes, plus a handle attachment to withstand strain. It urges farmers to forge one or have a blacksmith make it and to destroy peach borers by digging them out, noting the slow but sole effective method.
Gladiolus is a popular summer bulb sold by nurserymen from one to three dollars per hundred for common bulbs, more for fancy varieties. Plant three to four inches deep, rows thirty inches apart, six to eight inches within rows. Blooming begins with the first bloom and buds open for a week or two in water. After harvest, dig and dry bulbs, store dry in a dry cellar, and bulblets can be planted like peas to yield flowers in about two years.
The article explains that poultry houses can be built from many materials and emphasizes warmth ventilation and light. It recommends a single wall with tar paper or barn siding on the outside and lath and plaster inside for a cheap yet decent appearance.
The article notes that declining litters point to the sow rather than the boar and observes a record number of small hogs sold in the past two years. It says 200 pound hogs need expert feeding to stay fat for profit and criticizes farmers for avoiding cold weather feeding and selling early.
The article warns that using an incubator requires near continuous supervision day and night. After learning the manufacturer’s directions, the care must adapt to climate. Chicks emerging from the shell must be watched daily and cared for at all times, as one cannot be away for long periods.
A writer notes sheep need little shelter in rain and cold. They should be sheltered only at landing time and lambs endure cold better with full access to their mother's milk, making weather a manageable factor for flocks.
Protein builds muscle and tissue while starch fat sugar and fiber supply heat energy and fat. Starch and sugar have equal value and fiber in mature plants becomes largely indigestible. Fat mirrors starch but is 2.25 times more nutriment per weight.
London fashion notes describe bridal gowns moving away from the syphons train to straight satin and tunic silhouettes with silver tassels. Lace wedding dresses regain favor, while veils and turbans dominate millinery. Practical tips cover colors, fabrics, trains, undergarments, and affordable ways to accessorize with lace and beading.
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